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What is the bread called that is commonly known in France?
Baguette
How many bakeries are there approximately in France?
30,000
What are the four ingredients that baguettes can legally contain?
Flour, water, yeast, salt
When do French bakers typically get up to prepare their products?
Early in the morning
What do boulangeries primarily bake in bigger cities?
Only Bread
What do patisseries specialize in baking?
Only Pastries
What event did bread shortages help spark in the 1700s in France?
The French Revolution
What is a reason small bakeries in France are struggling?
Rising costs of materials
How many hours does a fresh baguette stay fresh before going stale?
6 hours
What is this bread called?
croissant
What does the term 'Mardi Gras' literally translate to?
Fat Tuesday
What is hidden inside a traditional king cake?
A small figurine or plastic baby is hidden inside a traditional king cake.
Which religion is most closely associated with Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras is most closely associated with Christianity, particularly the Catholic tradition.
Which two cities are named as the biggest hosts of Mardi Gras/Carnival celebrations?
New Orleans, Louisiana and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
What are the social organizations that put on parades and balls called?
They are called 'krewes.'
What are the coins thrown from the floats called?
'doubloons.'
What does the motto 'Travail, Justice, Solidarité' translate to?
The motto translates to 'Work, Justice, Solidarity.'
Who is Black M?
Black M is a famous singer and rapper who is Guinean.
What are the colors of the Guinée flag?
The colors of the Guinée flag are red, yellow, and green.
What is the capital of Guinée?
Conakry
What is Guinée's soccer team known as?
the Syli National, which translates to 'National Elephants.'
When was the Eiffel Tower built?
1889
Did French people like the Eiffel Tower when it was first built?
No, many people said it was ugly and were scared it would fall on them.
Who was Gustave Eiffel?
Gustave Eiffel was the engineer who designed and oversaw the construction of the Eiffel Tower.
Before the Eiffel Tower's completion, which structure held the record for the tallest man-made structure in the world?
The Washington Monument held the record for the tallest man-made structure before the Eiffel Tower.
For how many years was the Eiffel Tower originally planned to stand before being demolished?
20 years
Name at least 2 other cities in the world that have their own Eiffel Tower.
Las Vegas, USA and Tokyo, Japan, Paris, Texas Cincinnati, Ohio all have their own replicas of the Eiffel Tower.
What unique feature did Gustave Eiffel include at the very top of the Eiffel Tower for his personal use?
Gustave Eiffel had a private apartment at the top of the Eiffel Tower.
A professional football/ soccer player.